9.Make sure there that the
temperature is kept between 65⁰ and 75⁰ Fahrenheit and the relative humidity is
kept between 35% and 55%.

10.Periodically rearrange rugs and
furniture to allow even aging of the floor.
Use protective window coverings to block UV rays and excessive
heat from direct sunlight. UV rays will
discolor your floor, furniture and paint.

11.Use rugs in high traffic areas. (Do not use rugs with solid vinyl or rubber
backing. Rugs must be breathable to
prevent moisture issues with your new floor.)

Keeping your new floor clean:

Keeping dust off your floor protects the finish on your bamboo floor.
Particle debris like dust can scratch and damage a floor’s protective finish.
To make matters worse, dust can be a health hazard for those with allergies.
While there is no such thing as a 100% dust-free home, there are many things
that can be done to minimize dust and keep our floors looking beautiful.
Learning how to dust bamboo floors takes minimal time and effort, but the
rewards are great. An easy way to dust bamboo
floors depends on the tools you have to get the job done. While there are many
different devices and tools that can help dust your hardwood floor, the top
three are vacuums, brooms and microfiber mops. Within each category there are
many, many different types and variations, but here are some general
considerations for each:

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Vacuums - Vacuums are a great multi-use appliance
that can help when you want an easy way to dust your bamboo floor. Their
attachments can help you reach places that other traditional tools can’t, and some
vacuums are designed to work on hard surface floors. When using a vacuum, use a
vacuum for hard surface floors with no beater bar or rotating brush. Beater bars and rotating brushes can scratch
the surface.

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Brooms – Brooms have always been used as a cleaning
tool. There are as many variations in
broom types and functions as there are in vacuums. The concern about using
brooms is that brooms only push debris around on the floor without an effective
way to get rid of it.

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Microfiber mops – Microfiber mops are made with
synthetic materials specifically designed to attract and trap dust particles,
making them an effective go-to product in the battle for keeping hard surface
floors dust-free.
Microfiber mops provide less strain on the body because of their lightweight
nature, and most microfiber cleaning pads are washable, giving them an extra
money-saving benefit.

The best way to clean bamboo floors may include one
or all of the previously mentioned tools. Some people like to sweep/dry mop
first and then vacuum. Others prefer to
sweep, vacuum, then dry mop. Either way,
finding the perfect technique for you will require at least one of the tools
mentioned above.

Finding a Technique that Works:

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When it’s time to actually start dusting, some
common-sense tips can help make this task relatively quick and painless.
Experimentation is needed to find an easy way to clean bamboo floors that works
best for your cleaning style and space. • Make sure your floor is the last to be dusted. In general, dusting should be
done from the ceiling to the floor. That
way, you’re not doing double work when dust from higher places falls onto your
previously clean floor. • Start farthest from the room entrance. Work your way towards room
entrances—they are high-traffic areas and the general source for most dirt and
debris in the room. • Break up the room in sections. Divide
the room up mentally for an efficient time dusting. Breaking up the room in a
grid can help you keep track of the work you’ve done. Use long, deliberate movements to better
maximize your energy and cleaning effectiveness. • Avoid dusting around furniture and other appliances—actually take the time to
remove them, even though this may make the job a bit more difficult. These hard to reach areas are perfect places
for dust to accumulate.

Defending Your Home Against Dust:

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The best way to clean bamboo flooring starts with a
good defense. Consider these tips to
help reduce the amount of dust in your home: • Use rugs. Placing rugs at entryways
and other traffic areas will help to keep debris in a general area. • Set up a maintenance schedule and stick with it. Many people dust their
floors on a daily basis. When you clean
more often, you reduce the chances of dust accumulation. • Change your filters. Changing vacuum
filters and furnace filters will help keep these appliances working at an
optimal level while decreasing the presence of dust in the air. • Deal with problem areas. Be on the
lookout for places where dust loves to build up. Be sure to clean
drapes/curtains, underneath appliances, ceilings, walls, and electronics to
reduce the spread of dirt and dust in your home.

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The key to keeping bamboo floors dust free is to
have a realistic approach with the proper tools. While dusting your bamboo
floor might not be everyone’s favorite thing to do, it is a relatively
inexpensive way to protect the investment of having great looking hardwood
floors.

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Make sure you have all the right tools to get
dusting done right the first time. Bona offers a wide selection of mops and hardwood
floor cleaners that will make dusting hardwood floors a breeze.